Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras hits 36th year

By By Jake Ellison

on March 2, 2014 2:40 PM

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A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Participants march during Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

Participants march during Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and ... more

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers pose prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers pose prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Delta Goodrem performs during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Delta Goodrem performs during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

A participant marches during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

A participant marches during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's ... more

Participanta march during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

Participanta march during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay ... more

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Participanta march during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian... Photo-5963555.81087 - seattlepi.com

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Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Participants march during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

Participants march during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay ... more

Photo: SAEED KHAN, Getty Images

Participants march during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian... Photo-5963556.81087 - seattlepi.com

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Participanta march during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

Participanta march during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay ... more

Photo: SAEED KHAN, Getty Images

Participanta march during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian... Photo-5963557.81087 - seattlepi.com

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Participants march during Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

Participants march during Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and ... more

Participants perform during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

Participants perform during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's ... more

Marchers take part in the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

Marchers take part in the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and ... more

Photo: SAEED KHAN, Getty Images

Marchers take part in the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian... Photo-5963550.81087 - seattlepi.com

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Participants perform as Australian singer Delta Goodrem sings during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

Participants perform as Australian singer Delta Goodrem sings during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the ... more

A participant perform Indian dance during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub of Sydney's gay and lesbian nightlife, in a vibrant show featuring drag queens, political parodies and plenty of glitter. less

A participant perform Indian dance during the Sydney's annual gay and lesbian Mardi Gras night parade on March 1, 2013. Some 10,000 revellers on 144 individual floats marked the journey down Oxford Street, hub ... more

Photo: SAEED KHAN, Getty Images

A participant perform Indian dance during the Sydney's annual... Photo-5963547.81087 - seattlepi.com

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A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers kiss prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers kiss prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

A parade goer marchs during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer marchs during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Tina Arena poses during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Tina Arena poses during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots ... more

Senator, Penny Wong takes part in the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Senator, Penny Wong takes part in the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers prepare for the start of the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 ... more

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

A parade goer poses prior to the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Baz Luhrmann takes part in the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Baz Luhrmann takes part in the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

Parade goers march during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall ... more

People gather along Oxford Street during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the 1969 Stonewall Riots of New York. It is an annual event promoting awareness of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues and themes. less

People gather along Oxford Street during the 2014 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade on March 1, 2014 in Sydney, Australia. The Sydney Mardi Gras parade began in 1978 as a march and commemoration of the ... more